The Lost Heir: Battle Of Royalties - Chapter 109

Diana whispered a silent prayer when they finally laid him to rest.

Lily cried a lot and everyone tried to console her. However, no one could ease the emptiness inside her.

Looked like the final goodbye was more painful than the first time she heard that Simon, her grandfather died at the infirmary. Though she may be young but she understood what death was— It was a permanent absence of that person she dearly loved.

She knew it because she also lost her mother a few months ago.

“She won’t stop crying no matter what I say.” Suzette uttered as soon as she came down to the living room where the others were.

“Neither I.” Sonia sighed feeling pity for the little kid sobbing in her room. She’s been shutting herself for hours now.

Diana finally came back the house after accompanying Leo to the market. He was also fascinated with the camera when he saw the woman taking photos of people and places yesterday.

“What’s with the gloomy atmosphere?” She furrowed her brows as soon as she saw them.

“Lily, she’s been crying inside her room for hours now.” It was Leon who answered.

“Lily?” She went dazed as soon as she recalled her desolate self the day her mother was finally buried.

How could Lily shut herself when she’s still young to understand things about death?

Without saying anything, she walked to her room, knocked a little and twisted the knob. She could hear the painful cries of the little kid as she walked closer to her bed.

She knew! Her heart throbbed in pain while thinking of the sorrow the little kid has to endure at the moment.

Seeing how the kid curled her tiny body on the soft mattress, she sat on the floor and leaned on the bedside. She didn’t speak a word until the child finally stopped crying. Though the grief was still in the air.

The little kid felt the woman’s presence but she didn’t hear the woman say a word. Curiously, she got up and looked at her back facing her.

That moment, Diana took the phoenix hairpin she’s been wearing in her hair since yesterday. Yes, she decided to use it when she realized that it’s beauty is useless if hidden.

She was looking at it while her hands ċȧrėssed it lovingly. Seeing the golden hairpin, Lily was mesmerized by it so she went to sit beside her.

“Can I touch it?” She softly asked.

“Sure.” She smiled and hand it to her.

“It’s beautiful!” She finally smiled. “Where did you get such a beautiful hairpin as this?”

“My mom gave it to me before she died. She said it’s my father’s memento.”

“Where’s your father now?”

“I don’t know. I never saw him once.”

“But even if I never saw my father, mom never failed to say that my father is a good man.” She beamed.

“Do you miss them until now?”

She nodded coupled by a sweet smile.

“Deep down inside, I always seek for my departed love ones. But you know what, those that we love can never be more than a thought away. For as long as there’s a memory of them, they will continue to live in our hearts… forever.”

“Is that why you’ve been keeping this?” The little kid returned the phoenix hairpin.

“Ehm.” She nodded. “This thing is a reminder of my mom’s constant love for me. That even if this world separated us together, I will be able to see her someday. That alone gave me hope to keep on living the life she wanted me to have.”

The little kid fell silent for a few seconds. She was obviously pondering on the woman’s words.

“Do you believe that there are some who bring a light so great to the world that even after they were gone, the light remains?” She glanced at the silent kid. She stared back to her confuse.

“Mom was my light for the past few years. But now that she’s no longer by my side, her light remains because she will be forever in my heart. I believe Simon was your light as well so remember to always keep him in your heart. Because even if he’s gone, he can still guide you in the right path. The light he left in your life will serve as your guide.”

Diana wasn’t sure if the little child understood what she’s been saying but she was hoping that her sincerity reached her heart.

God, give her hope! She whispered a little prayer as soon as she pulled the little kid in her arm and hugged her tight.

“Let’s do our best to live, Lily.” She muttered and kissed the child’s hair.

“Miss Diana…” She sobbed once again as she embraced the woman back.

Unknown to them, Liam has been leaning on the wall outside Lily’s room. When he came from settling some things with Daniel, the team notified him about the little girl. They were supposed to leave tomorrow early in the morning but how could they leave the little lad in that kind of state?

Therefore, he went to Lily’s room but he didn’t dare to enter when he heard the conversation of Lily and the woman.

When he finally heard the little kid laughing, he knocked on the door before opening it wide.

“Big brother?” It was Lily who saw him first.

“Sorry to interrupt your playtime but it’s dinner time.” He smiled before leaving the room.

He didn’t even glance at the woman for once and it pained her heart.

“Let’s go?” Diana stood up after shaking her negative thoughts.

***Everyone couldn’t believe their eyes! Little Lily’s face was now glowing.

They didn’t know how the woman managed to cheer her up, but whatever it is, they are more than thankful. However, one particular lady on her seat wasn’t as happy as everyone. In fact, she gritted her teeth at the thought that the foreigner woman won against her in bringing solace onto the kid.

She couldn’t bear the sight of the woman smiling and laughing along with the team while eating dinner. She could also see how Liam glanced at the woman from time to time. Worst, it’s vice-versa!

Dang it! She clenched the spoon and fork in her hands and after a few seconds, she banged the utensils on the table, stood up and left the dining hall. Displease was written all over her face.

The people near her noticed the grim atmosphere around her but were quick to shook it off. Maybe she didn’t like her food, they thought.

Drake saw what she did and knew instantly the reason why. Therefore, after eating his fill, he went to see her at once. He found her sulking at the porch.

“Did you come to laugh at me?” She hissed irritatingly.

“No.” He nonchalantly replied.

“Tsk. Liar.”

“I told you, didn’t I?”

“But I clearly heard him that night, he doesn’t like her!”

“Did he really say it straightforward?”

“N-no… But…”

“Suzette, I am a man too. You should know that men usually don’t voiced their true feelings. In Liam’s case, you should have seen that his words didn’t match his action.”

“But…”

“It hurts to let go of the person you loved, that I know. But you must accept what your eyes are seeing.” Drake stood up and before he went back inside, he faced the woman one more time. “It’s time to let go.”

I can’t… Suzette clenched her ċhėst and sobbed.

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She had enough!

Diana gritted her teeth in annoyance when she learnt about Liam’s plan. He didn’t even ask her opinion about the matter.

And what if she doesn’t want to go back to her country yet? Will he forced her to ride the ship?

Dang it! She cursed beneath her breathe as she searched for the man. Luckily, a servant saw him at the horse ranch just a while ago.

She saw Liam along with the men tending the horses. Looked like they were preparing for their departure early morning.

“Liam!” She cried out. All the boys glanced at her except Liam. “I need to talk to you.”

Seeing how angry the woman was, Cole motioned the others to give them a little time together.

“We’ll be back later.” Cole leered before they left.

Still, he ignored the upset woman. Unknown to them, Cole, Asher, Leon, Gideon and Lemuel hid themselves in a corner. Though they’ll know that Liam may kill them once he saw them eavesdropping.

“How long do you intend to ignore me, huh?”

He didn’t say a word.

-__- “Liam!”

She bawled after hearing no response from the man. “If your angry at me then just say it! But it’s not right for you to decide what to do to me without my consent.”

“That has been the original plan, did you forget it?”

“But I don’t wanna go home… yet… not now.”

“You’ll eventually go back to your country soon so it’s better to do it when there’s a chance.” He was combing shadow’s hair.

“Do you really dislike me that much?” Pain was evident from her voice. “Are you itching to get rid of me? If you’re uncomfortable for what I’ve said the other night, then just forget about it. I love you and that was not a joke. I have never confessed to anyone before because those words are sacred to me.”

On the other hand, the boys who were hiding in a corner held their breaths. They couldn’t believe what they just heard.

Wait, what? The young miss confessed her love but Liam rejected her?! That’s kinda…. Impossible and unbelievable at the same time.